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Faculty - One-Year Lecturer, Digital Audio

Position Number: 6189658
Location: Orem, UT
Position Type: Communications - Media & Communication Studies

Faculty - One-Year Lecturer, Digital Audio

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: FT Faculty
Job Number: FY2504209
Closing: 5/7/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Division: VP Academic Affairs

Position Announcement

The Department of Digital Media (www.uvu.edu/digitalmedia) invites applications for a one-year lecturer faculty position in Digital Audio to begin August 2025. This position is a placeholder for a tenure-track position. The digital audio lecturer teaches in one or more areas: audio engineering (software and hardware), music production, video game sound, sound design, film sound, audio restoration, and other audio topics. The faculty member attends and participates in department meetings and may serve on department committees related to their area of expertise and teaching.

Utah Valley University places a strong emphasis on teaching. Faculty members are expected to develop a learning environment and activities that help students achieve their learning objectives. UVU encourages applicants with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and expertise to apply.

The department will accept all qualified applications but is particularly interested in applicants with experience in audio engineering, Pro Tools, DAWs software, teaching experience, and professional audio experience.

Utah Valley University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement contributions.

Summary of Responsibilities

Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, online, and laboratories, through demonstration, discussion, visual aids, individualized instruction, lectures, and other appropriate methods for educational delivery.
Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Prepares instructional materials. Evaluates student performance using appropriate testing and grading procedures.
Serves the department by attending departmental meetings and serving on department committees related to their area of expertise and teaching.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor's degree in a digital audio-related field
College-level teaching experience or relevant industry experience.

Preferred Qualification

One year of experience teaching various digital audio courses at the university level.
One year of experience working professionally in the audio field.

Documents Needed to Apply
Required:

Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Teaching Philosophy

Optional:

Letter of Recommendation

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

Knowledge of digital audio production
Knowledge of basic scientific audio concepts, including requisite math
Knowledge of the technical and creative uses for digital audio
Knowledge of current industry best practices

Skills

Skills in maintaining professional and ethical academic standards.
Skills in operating Digital Audio Workstation ("DAW") software, esp. ProTools.
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong program coordination skills
Effective verbal and technical written communication skills
Effective interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Strong presentation and proposal skills

Abilities

Ability to certify students for official AVID ProTools certifications.
Ability to manage, mentor, and support advanced students producing capstone projects.
Ability to use and maintain audio software and hardware.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and professionals in the digital audio industry from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in solving problems.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to interpret the University's core values (exceptional care, exceptional accountability, and exceptional results).
Ability to plan measurable objectives, prepare instructional materials, and follow an approved curriculum.
Ability to assess student work and maintain and submit accurate and current plans, reports, and records involving student accountability, attendance, and performance.
Ability to use a classroom learning management system, such as Canvas.
Ability to relate with students and effectively teach, train, and mentor students.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/4925914/faculty-one-year-lecturer-digital-audio